2.5 inch front level
Thread Starter
|
More Turbo
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 539
Likes: 25
From: Atlanta
2.5 inch front level
Will leveling my 08 f250 2.5 inches throw my caster out of spec or not? If so, how do I adjust it back to within spec? I have done a lot of research and keep getting conflicting info. Thanks.
Cargo Master
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 2,958
Likes: 4
From: Denver, NC
I put the Pro-Comp #62667K Kit in my 2006 F250 (2.5 front / 2.0 rear) & YES u will need an alignment afterwards.
In fact the Camber was so bad on mine they had to replace the Camber Bushings with a different Deg....
Alignment, new Bushings & Labor cost me $300
In fact the Camber was so bad on mine they had to replace the Camber Bushings with a different Deg....
Alignment, new Bushings & Labor cost me $300
Freshman User
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 25
Likes: 0
i put mini packs on mine came with new U bolts tract bar spacers and i got about 3 inches out of it for $120. took about 3 hours to put on taking my time by myself. ride quality is the same because its the stock springs. no camber changes because no shackles
. i would highly recomend it. got it on ebay from suspension connection or something like that, they are everywhere. GET AN ADJUSTABLE TRACT BAR!!! i cheaped out and went with the drop bracket spacers and it took like 2 hours to try and get the stock bolts to line up, so i went to home depot and got some longer grade 8s and solved that problem. but now i have a crooked steering wheel so i have to adjust my drag link to straighten it. no big deal but it just makes life easier. zone sells them for 99 bucks on amazon.com.
. i would highly recomend it. got it on ebay from suspension connection or something like that, they are everywhere. GET AN ADJUSTABLE TRACT BAR!!! i cheaped out and went with the drop bracket spacers and it took like 2 hours to try and get the stock bolts to line up, so i went to home depot and got some longer grade 8s and solved that problem. but now i have a crooked steering wheel so i have to adjust my drag link to straighten it. no big deal but it just makes life easier. zone sells them for 99 bucks on amazon.com.
Cargo Master
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 2,958
Likes: 4
From: Denver, NC
All SuperDuty's have a Solid-Axle, in fact i believe my 06' & your 08' are exactly the same axle's. I may be wrong calling them Camber Bushings after checking my Receipt (which iam uploading below) anyway this was my experience...Good Luck
Thread Starter
|
More Turbo
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 539
Likes: 25
From: Atlanta
Now I am looking at Radius Arm Drop Brackets. The ones I am looking at are 3.5, 4.5, 5.5, 6.5. I did not see a 2.5. Would the 3.5's keep me in spec?
Trending Topics
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 1,760
Likes: 21
The 2.5" leveling kit will cause the front axle to rotate slightly and decrees the caster angle.
If you install the leveling kit you will need to add more caster angle. There are a few ways to do this that I have found.
http://www.dieselperformance.com/pro..._Adjustor2.pdf
Also, there are available adjustable radius arms, but they are pricey.
The drop brackets will work, and are probably the easiest to install. I think the brackets for the 3.5" kit will work, but you will need the alignment shop to adjust some caster back out of it through the bushing.
You may be able to get enough positive caster with a new bushing.
I am also looking to get a little more positive caster, and I have no lift or leveling kit, so I would be interested to see what route you take.
.
If you install the leveling kit you will need to add more caster angle. There are a few ways to do this that I have found.
http://www.dieselperformance.com/pro..._Adjustor2.pdf
Also, there are available adjustable radius arms, but they are pricey.
The drop brackets will work, and are probably the easiest to install. I think the brackets for the 3.5" kit will work, but you will need the alignment shop to adjust some caster back out of it through the bushing.
You may be able to get enough positive caster with a new bushing.
I am also looking to get a little more positive caster, and I have no lift or leveling kit, so I would be interested to see what route you take.
.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals
Joe Kucinski
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership
Brett Foote
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches
Pouria Savadkouei
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained
Brett Foote
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Mountain Pass
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 107
Likes: 1
From: Tampa
I am not sure how much a 2" spacer lift varies from a 2.5" spacer, but my 2" rough country did NOT need adjustment. I took to a very good 4x4 shop and they completed a alignement test and it was unchanged. (nor did I feel a difference)
Laughing Gas
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 753
Likes: 0
From: Mesa,AZ
I installed this kit on my truck. It comes with an adjustable track bar, springs, Bilstein 5100, brake line extension, and castor shims. After installation took it to the alignment shop and all they had to do was adjust the steering wheel. I also installed Moog ball joints at the same time. I am very happy with the look and ride.
Leveling Kit for 2005-2012 Ford Super Duty F250/F350 4x4 trucks
Leveling Kit for 2005-2012 Ford Super Duty F250/F350 4x4 trucks
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 1,760
Likes: 21
I installed this kit on my truck. It comes with an adjustable track bar, springs, Bilstein 5100, brake line extension, and castor shims. After installation took it to the alignment shop and all they had to do was adjust the steering wheel. I also installed Moog ball joints at the same time. I am very happy with the look and ride.
Leveling Kit for 2005-2012 Ford Super Duty F250/F350 4x4 trucks
Leveling Kit for 2005-2012 Ford Super Duty F250/F350 4x4 trucks
.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Chevra
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
4
May 4, 2017 12:38 PM
Da Mother Ship
Brakes, Steering, Suspension, Tires, & Wheels
5
Apr 4, 2005 11:18 AM
zach_barrow
Brakes, Steering, Suspension, Tires, & Wheels
3
Nov 23, 2004 11:25 AM